Careers

SENIOR RESEARCH EXECUTIVE

Reporting to the Head of Research, you will manage the research projects that will mostly, but not exclusively fall within the Asset Management, Insurance or Investment sectors and support the Head of Quantitative and Chief Operating Officer on any other project as needed across the RiF business.  

The role will involve ‘end to end ‘management of all stages within the research process and has plenty of variety which will require multi-tasking across different projects. 

Key accountabilities of the Senior Research Executive position are:

• Delivering global research projects within the financial services industry across quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods 
• Running quantitative projects which will involve drafting questionnaires, scripting and testing surveys in our online survey software, monitoring responses and quality checking, setting up data files, running analysis and producing reports in PowerPoint 
• Running qualitative projects which will involve writing screening surveys, scripting and testing these in our online survey software, drafting discussion guides and online community activity guides, monitoring recruitment and selecting appropriate respondents, moderating depth interviews and online communities, conducting analysing and producing reports in PowerPoint 
• Frequent client presentations and discussion with senior executives from the initial briefing stage, throughout the project and to conclusion, always representing RiF in a professional manner 
• Providing insightful and actionable recommendations which display an understanding of both the industry and the client’s needs
• Working, often under pressure, to deadlines and balancing multiple projects in the UK, Europe or Globally as each project demands 
• Working collegiately across all RiF teams and project groups when support, a sounding board, or brainstorming is needed
• Managing your own workload across all projects and working with others across the Research Team to support you where the need arises 
• Engaging in all project management duties, ensuring clients’ expectations are met fully at all stages 
• Shape survey questionnaires and discussion guides, as required, to ensure the brief is fully met 
• Interpret the analysis, identifying trends or patterns and preparing/delivering the agreed deliverables for the client 
• Ensure that project administration is up to date and compliant with GDPR. This includes handling reimbursements, recordings, transcriptions, and NDA documentation
• Support the COO and other members of the Senior Leadership Team as and when required 
• Staying informed of industry news, regulation and challenges in the market 
• Show willingness to support colleagues on other projects should demand arise
• Contributing to the continued success and growth of RiF by:
  • Maintaining good relationships with all clients and, where possible, cementing these long-term by creating confidence in RiF as a ‘go to’ partner for all research needs
  • Seeking or identifying new commercial opportunities and ideas to help shape core propositions or build new ones.

Key Skills/Experience required

• Significant experience using quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, ideally, 2+ year’s experience in market research in a similar role 
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel (including formulas and tables) and PowerPoint 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organise, analyse, and disseminate significant amounts of information from both quantitative and qualitative fieldwork with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail 
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail 
• Strong time management and organisational skills; ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Ability to manage and prioritise responsibilities across multiple projects at the same time 
• Flexibility during particularly busy periods and to be available to conduct fieldwork or have client calls (if not UK based) outside of normal working hours as and when required
• Experience with Qualtrics and/or DisplayR data analysis software is desirable but not essential 
• A proactive, “can-do” attitude, with the ability to stay calm under pressure 
• To be a collaborative team player, motivated to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of financial services, or at least an interest and willingness to learn 

WORKING AT RESEARCH IN FINANCE 

Research in Finance is a market leading consultancy, research and publishing business that is about implementing change and making a difference. We work with some of the largest, most influential, and important asset management and insurance companies in the world. We are increasingly undertaking more studies that have a global reach.  

Since the economic crisis of 2007 the role of the financial services sector has become a critical part of all of our lives. The prosperity, health and future of a nation and its people are inextricably linked to the role these companies play in the world economy. Arguably the financial service sector has the greatest ability to direct change for good. Having control of huge amounts of money can drive investment into emerging economies to help develop nations, support the implementation of green energy to prevent further climate change or force companies to act responsibly by withholding funds.  

RiF was created 10 years ago and has experienced double digit year-on-year revenue and profit growth. We have an amazing team of 30 staff currently and an expanding set of more than 45 loyal clients, many of whom we’ve worked with since our launch, who rely and trust the insights we produce to make important strategic decisions about their businesses. We are much more than just a consultancy and research agency as we also manage high value panels of professional and private investors. This means we have unique access to some very “hard to reach” study participants. Our market and client requirements are changing all the time, often in response to changes in regulation, and as a result we have created a fast-moving and responsive team, and where possible, a tech driven response, in order to ensure we continue to be top of mind for our clients and all of their research needs. 

Our company culture is about delivering exceptional products that delight and inspire our clients.  

We don’t adhere to dated corporate practices of tiered management structures and inflexible working hours. Each employee has a “voice” in the company and an integral part of the direction of the business. We also, like to give everyone the space, time and support to deliver outstanding work as we understand that the work we do requires space and time to think! 

 We offer a range of benefits including:  

• Pension scheme with 4% contribution by employer (above normal rate of 3%)
• Private health care insurance is available for eligible employees following completion of two years of employment
• Flexible working arrangement as agreed with Chief Operations Officer. Expectation is currently to be in the office at least three days a week
• Ongoing external and internal training where appropriate 
• One day corporate volunteering to give back to the community
• 25 days’ holiday (excluding bank holidays)
• High-end central London office with showers, bike racks, 24-hour access, free quality teas and coffee
• Company laptop
• Bike to work scheme
• Christmas and summer party

To apply for this position, please submit a brief introduction about yourself, detailing why you are interested in being considered for the role, along with your CV, to [email protected].